Welding and Fabrication Apprentice

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Formal training

Training allowance

Performance bonuses

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Career in trades

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a Welding and Fabrication Apprenticeship in Centurion. Trainees will learn welding methods MIG, TIG and Arc, and fabrication techniques in a workshop setting under experienced welders.

The program emphasizes safety, precision, and hands-on project work to build metal structures and components. Participants receive formal training in welding and fabrication skills, with regular training allowances and guidance to develop a career in a skilled trade.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Mathematics or a Technical subject.
• Strong interest in metalwork, welding, and fabrication.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to work with precision.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions carefully.
• Ability to work in a workshop environment and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply MIG, TIG, and Arc welding under supervision.
• Assist in preparing metal surfaces and components for welding and fabrication.
• Interpret fabrication drawings and specifications to guide cutting, shaping, and assembly.
• Operate grinders, drills, and presses safely.
• Assist in the assembly and fitting of fabricated metal parts.
• Maintain tools and the workshop area, ensuring a safe and organized workspace.

Skills

Strong interest in metalwork, welding,

Good manual dexterity

Education

Grade 12 with Mathematics or Technical subject

Tools

Grinders

Drills

Presses

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering a challenging and rewarding Welding and Fabrication Apprenticeship in Centurion . This is an ideal pathway for individuals eager to develop expertise in welding techniques and metal fabrication processes. Apprentices will work in a workshop environment, learning from skilled tradespeople to create and assemble metal structures and components. The program focuses on mastering different welding methods, understanding fabrication techniques, and upholding rigorous safety and quality standards, all contributing to the production of high-quality metalwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and apply various welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and Arc welding under supervision.


• Assist in preparing metal surfaces and components for welding and fabrication.


• Interpret fabrication drawings and specifications to guide cutting, shaping, and assembly.


• Operate fabrication machinery like grinders, drills, and presses safely.


• Assist in the assembly and fitting of fabricated metal parts.


• Maintain tools, equipment, and the workshop area, ensuring a safe and organized workspace.

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate, preferably with Mathematics or a Technical subject.


• Strong interest in metalwork, welding, and fabrication.


• Good manual dexterity and ability to work with precision.


• Willingness to learn and follow instructions carefully.


• Ability to work in a workshop environment, sometimes in challenging conditions.


• Commitment to safety protocols and quality workmanship.

Benefits

• Formal training in welding and fabrication skills.


• Regular training allowance and potential performance bonuses.


• Hands-on experience with diverse metal fabrication projects.


• Guidance from certified and experienced welders and fabricators.


• Opportunity to build a career in a skilled trade.